The Gift — Stephanie Williams

Deidra Kessle is the faithful lover of Anthony De Luca. She doesn’t have eyes for anyone else…until Anthony’s gambling buddy, Orlando Rizzo bumps into them while they’re having a romantic dinner out.He’s a bad boy from way back, loud, and somewhat crude. But with a mouth made for kissing and a naughty grin, he sparks something in her that gives her pause.Anthony notices the way Deidra acts around Orlando. He can’t blame her; Orlando is a sexy man, someone he’s kissed often….as a former lover. However, Deidra is trying too hard to make Orlando, not like her. He’s okay if she wants him. In fact, he wants to encourage it. It’s just what’s been missing in their relationship this past year.When Anthony must make an impromptu trip to New York for business on Deidra’s birthday, she’s upset. However, he tells her he’s leaving a special gift.Will she open it?